Quantity Surveying Apprenticeship

HOLCIM UK LIMITED

Lancashire, Leicestershire, Motherwell

Closes on Monday 30 November 2026

Posted on 19 October 2026

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Summary

Start your career as an Apprentice Quantity Surveyor with Holcim UK. Earn while you learn, gaining hands-on experience in budgeting, cost management and commercial planning on real construction projects. Work alongside experienced professionals, achieve a recognised qualification and help build a more sustainable future.

Wage

Competitive

Competitive wage offered

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Training course
Construction quantity surveying technician (level 4)
Hours
Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5pm

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Thursday 9 September 2027

Duration

3 years 6 months

Positions available

5

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

  • Work alongside experienced Quantity Surveyors and Commercial Managers on live construction projects
  • Assist with monitoring project costs, budgets and financial performance
  • Support the preparation of cost estimates, forecasts and financial reports
  • Help review contracts, supplier agreements and project documentation
  • Analyse financial data to identify costs, risks and opportunities for savings
  • Assist with managing subcontractor and supplier costs
  • Attend project meetings and work with commercial and operational teams
  • Develop an understanding of contract management, negotiation and commercial plannin
  • Gain hands-on experience while working towards a nationally recognised qualification

Where you'll work

You can select which locations you want to apply for in your application on Find an apprenticeship.

This apprenticeship is available in these locations:

  • Back Lane, Carnforth, Lancashire, LA6 1BP
  • Bardon Hill, Bardon Road, Coalville, Leicestershire, LE67 1TL
  • 21 Woodhall, Motherwell, Motherwell, ML1 4YT

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

SHEFFIELD HALLAM UNIVERSITY

Training course

Construction quantity surveying technician (level 4)

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What you'll learn

Course contents
  • Health and Safety: Apply health and safety issues to all activities.
  • Sustainability: Demonstrate application of the principles of sustainability.
  • Construction Technology: Assist in the implementation of the most appropriate solutions for construction projects
  • Contracts: Be able to apply different types of contracts to different situations.
  • Procurement: Assist in the selection of and negotiation with specialist contractors for a construction project.
  • Cost control: Assist in the measurement and costing of construction works during a project.
  • Financial reporting: Assist in the preparation of financial reports, cash flow and cost forecasts for a construction project.
  • Administration: Assist in the collection, collation and storage of relevant data and its analysis.

Training schedule

This training schedule has not been finalised. Check with this employer if you’ll need to travel to a college or training location for this apprenticeship.

Requirements

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Team working

About this employer

About Holcim

We are leaders in supplying innovative, sustainable building solutions to the UK construction industry; building progress for people and the planet.

Since 1858, we’ve helped shape the UK; powering the construction of homes and hospitals, roads and railways, schools and cities alike.

Our mission is to make sustainable construction a reality, through purposeful action that tackles real carbon and climate challenges. We are dedicated to helping Britain grow and thrive - by doing the right thing, doing it together, and making a difference.

https://www.holcim.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

  • Competitive salary plus bonus scheme
  • Free 24/7 remote GP service for you and your household
  • Opportunities for career progression in the UK and internationally
  • Employee-led diversity and inclusion networks and affinity groups
  • Supportive and inclusive working environment.
    Strong focus on employee health, safety and wellbeing

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

Upon successful completion of your apprenticeship, you'll have the skills, experience and recognised qualification to progress into a Quantity Surveyor or commercial role within Holcim UK.

As you develop your career, you could progress into roles such as Quantity Surveyor, Commercial Manager or other commercial positions.

Holcim UK offers opportunities for ongoing professional development and career progression, helping you build a long-term career in the construction industry.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

SHEFFIELD HALLAM UNIVERSITY

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000059731.

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Closes on Monday 30 November 2026

After signing in, you’ll apply for this apprenticeship on the company's website.